Is the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN reliable?

The 2011 Dodge CARAVAN has 112 complaints filed with NHTSA (3.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (54 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (14 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (14 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN?

No recalls have been issued for the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN.

How much does it cost to insure a 2011 Dodge CARAVAN?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN is approximately $1,366/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2011 Dodge CARAVAN

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2011 Dodge CARAVAN has 112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.3x the segment average of 34. The most common issue is electrical problems (48% of all complaints), specifically: starting just after a year of having this van it would randomly not start. this has happened easily 50 times. sometimes after 10 minutes it starts and then 2 times it has had to be towed. have brought it in to the dodge dealer we purchased it from approximately 5 times. besides being told that the. ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.

3 fire reports 3 injuries

112

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

3.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

54 complaints

48%

• STARTING JUST AFTER A YEAR OF HAVING THIS VAN IT WOULD RANDOMLY NOT START. THIS HAS HAPPENED EASILY 50 TIMES. SOMETIMES AFTER 10 MINUTES IT STARTS AND THEN 2 TIMES IT HAS HAD TO BE TOWED. HAVE BROUGHT IT IN TO THE DODGE DEALER WE PURCHASED IT FROM APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES. BESIDES BEING TOLD THAT THE
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATIONS FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V234000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 11V315000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE RECALLS HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAV
• ONLY HAD VAN LESS THAN 2 YEARS WENT TO STORE CAME HOME TURNED VAN OFF BUT THEN DECIDED TO GO OUT AGAIN TRIED TO START VAN WOULD NOT START TRIED 4 TIME THEN IT STARTED . WENT TO DMV WHEN I CAME OUT VAN WOULD NOT START CALLED AAA TOW CAME AND TRIED TO START AFTER 4 TRIES VAN STARTED , WILL BE TAKI

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports

“STARTING JUST AFTER A YEAR OF HAVING THIS VAN IT WOULD RANDOMLY NOT START. THIS HAS HAPPENED EASILY 50 TIMES. SOMETIMES AFTER 10 MINUTES IT STARTS AND THEN 2 TIMES IT HAS HAD TO BE TOWED. HAVE BROUGHT IT IN TO THE DODGE DEALER WE PURCHASED IT FROM APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES. BESIDES BEING TOLD THAT THE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2011 Dodge CARAVAN

Based on 75 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 65K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

Reported earliermedian 65K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 64K mi · 30 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 82K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

FUEL SYSTEM

In line with typicalmedian 74K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

In line with typicalmedian 65K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Dodge CARAVAN

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,366

Full coverage / month

$114

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1366

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Dodge New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Dodge. If you're buying a used 2011 CARAVAN, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Dodge dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 112 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: STARTING JUST AFTER A YEAR OF HAVING THIS VAN IT WOULD RANDOMLY NOT START. THIS HAS HAPPENED EASILY 50 TIMES. SOMETIMES AFTER 10 MINUTES IT STARTS AND THEN 2 TIMES IT HAS HAD TO BE TOWED. HAVE BROUGHT IT IN TO THE DODGE DEALER WE PURCHASED IT FROM APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES. BESIDES BEING TOLD THAT THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: STARTING JUST AFTER A YEAR OF HAVING THIS VAN IT WOULD RANDOMLY NOT START. THIS HAS HAPPENED EASILY 50 TIMES. SOMETIMES AFTER 10 MINUTES IT STARTS AND THEN 2 TIMES IT HAS HAD TO BE TOWED. HAVE BROUGHT IT IN TO THE DODGE DEALER WE PURCHASED IT FROM APPROXIMATELY 5 TIMES. BESIDES BEING TOLD THAT THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: TIPM IS DEFECTIVE, FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATS RESULTING IN ENGINE STOPPING ,CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE,THIS IS A WHEELCHAIR VAN NOT A GOOD SITUATION,CHRYSLER REPLACED PART UNDER POLICY WARRENTY ,WOULD NOT STAND BEHIND LABOR COST TO REPLACE, THIS SHOULD BE THEIR RESPONSIBILITY AS IT IS A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: ONLY HAD VAN LESS THAN 2 YEARS WENT TO STORE CAME HOME TURNED VAN OFF BUT THEN DECIDED TO GO OUT AGAIN TRIED TO START VAN WOULD NOT START TRIED 4 TIME THEN IT STARTED . WENT TO DMV WHEN I CAME OUT VAN WOULD NOT START CALLED AAA TOW CAME AND TRIED TO START AFTER 4 TRIES VAN STARTED , WILL BE TAKI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)